Description

Benzenemethanol, 2,4-Difluoro-6-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is a fluorinated benzyl alcohol derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of fluorine and hydroxyl groups, which are crucial for modulating the biological activity and physicochemical properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where fluorine substitution enhances efficacy and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays.
• Advanced Polymer Monomers: Employed to introduce fluorine and phenol functionalities into specialty polymers, improving chemical resistance and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, etherification, and as a protected phenol derivative in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for creating novel organic frameworks and functional materials with specific electronic or optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 2,4-Difluoro-6-Hydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	136516-72-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	160.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Difluoro-6-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; (2,4-Difluoro-6-hydroxyphenyl)methanol; 6-Hydroxy-2,4-difluorobenzyl alcohol; 2,4-Difluoro-6-(hydroxymethyl)phenol; Benzyl alcohol, 2,4-difluoro-6-hydroxy-; 136516-72-8
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzenemethanol, 2,4-Difluoro-6-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive quality assurance with a focus on high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, essential for reliable research and process development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for full traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.